Fine art From around the world in a state-oF-the-art setting.
The Lemongrove Gallery offers an exclusive portfolio of Original Paintings
and Collectable Limited Editions for the contemporary connoisseur.
Come and enjoy a glass of champagne, a cup of coffee and a friendly welcome
in our stylish surroundings and experience fine art at its finest.
we have a full schedule of events and exhibitions.
Please log on to www.thelemongrovegallery.co.uk
for our latest news and details about artist appearances.
32 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 2SX
01582 462 222
harpenden@thelemongrovegallery.co.uk
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Enjoy! Hertfordshire
The magazine of Hertfordshire Tourism and Leisure Partnership

Henry Moore lived for many years at Perry
Green and there are two major exhibitions
of his work in Herts over the summer
months. Moore at Hatfield, where you
can see his works set in the magnificent
grounds of Hatfield House and Henry
Moore: Plasters,which are on display in the
Sheep Field Barn at the Henry Moore
Foundation in Perry Green.
In July we are only one year away from the
2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games coming to Britain. The Lee Valley White Water
Centre in Broxbourne is the host venue

for the London 2012 Olympic Canoe
Slalom events and is already open in
advance of the Games. You can enjoy
adrenalin pumping white water rafting and
canoeing at the newest and best venue of
its type in the world. Enter our
competition to win a rafting experience
and you could be tackling the same wild
rapids and obstacles international athletes
will face in the London 2012 Games when
they battle for gold.
You may of course prefer to do something
a bit more relaxing, a spa day at Sopwell
House or afternoon tea at Hanbury Manor
perhaps? Whatever you decide to do,
wherever you decide to go, you will receive
a warm welcome.
Enjoy your stay and come and see us
again very soon,

Tim Hutchings
Chair of Hertfordshire Tourism
and Leisure Partnership

www.enjoyhertfordshire.com

Welcome to the latest edition of Enjoy!
Hertfordshire magazine. I hope it will help
you plan your stay and give you ideas for
days out. Hertfordshire is a county to
visit all year round. There is a busy few
months ahead with some exciting events
and festivals happening across the county.
The Hertfordshire Show at Redbourn;
Harpenden Highland Gathering; Hatfield
House Country Show, Rhythms of the
World in Hitchin; Flamstead Scarecrow
Festival & the Chilli Festival at Benington
Lordship to name but a few.

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To help you with choosing a
place to relax after your busy
day, here are a selection of
places to stay during your
visit to Hertfordshire

A special place for
special occasions
The beautiful countryside setting of the Best Western
The Watermill Hotel, with it’s panoramic views of the
meadows and the River Bulbourne, provide a unique
and delightful setting for your special wedding day.

Book your BBQ
parties here!

The Riverside Marquee accommodates up to 450 guests
Fully air conditioned function suites accommodates
up to 200 guests
Liscensed for Civil Wedding Ceremonies
Tailor-made packages to suit all

Conveniently situated close to M25 & M1 motorways

71 delightful bedrooms and The Riverside Restaurant & Bar

The Watermill Hotel is built around an old flour
mill, a riverside venue with stunning views.
An elaborate and a well organised marquee along
with lighting effects, dramatic settings and theme
based entertainment goes a long way to make the
event successful.
Special Menus • Civil Partnerships • Weddings
BBQ parties for corporate events • Birthdays
Fashion Shows • Anniversary parties

This listed building has a character of it’s own - all the
beautifully furnished rooms have their own personality
with en-suite bathrooms, TV, hair dryers, tea and
coffee making facilities and direct dial telephones.
• Family run non smoking
hotel
• Warm friendly
atmosphere
• Excellent Service and
affordable tariff
• Special weekend rates
for 2 nights

Herts JazzFest 2011 is the first ever
Herts Jazz Festival and it is being
held at Campus West, Welwyn
Garden City from 19 to 21 August.
It kicks off in style with Echoes of
Ellington and ends with the exceptional Don Weller Big Band. Tickets
are available online now from
www.welhat.gov.uk/cw or telephone
01707 357117. For more
information on Herts Jazz visit
www.hertsjazz.co.uk/festival
If you are looking for somewhere to
stay for Herts Jazz Festival look no
further than Homestead Court in
Welwyn Garden City. This Best
Western hotel is just 2 miles away
from the town centre. Bar ‘66 has
a full range of hot and cold cuisine
at modest prices. For a more formal
dining experience try the Garden
Restaurant. There is free use for
residents of the health and leisure
facilities at nearby Gosling Sports
Park. Ring 01707 324336 or look on
www.bwhomesteadcourt.co.uk to
make a reservation.
The Orangery Restaurant and Bar at
Shendish Manor Hotel and Golf
Course near Kings Langley have
designed a “bistro style” menu that
includes a new slant on the serving
of some old favourites created with
carefully selected fresh local produce. This fabulous bistro experience
can be enjoyed in the Orangery
Restaurant or al fresco on the
Terrace. The Orangery is open to
Residents and Non-Residents for
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. For
reservations ring 01442 232220 or
look on www.shendish-manor.com

Shop
& stay
L

ooking for somewhere to stay or to hold a family
do? Looking for somewhere to wine and dine
your loved ones? Fancy a round of golf? Fancy a
spa day or afternoon tea, or both? Well look no
further than Herts Hoteliers Association [HHA].
HHA is made up of a collection of branded and privately-owned properties offering an array of styles to
suit all budgets and tastes.These range from modern
and trendy business hotels in busy corporate locations,

With its fragrant walled gardens,
and stately Jacobean country house,
the historic Hanbury Manor, a
Marriott Hotel & Country Club
makes a lasting impression.You’ll
find the obliging service and amenities expected from a 5-star luxury
hotel. It’s a standard that extends
from the richly panelled library
warmed by an open fireplace, to elegant guest rooms. Savour the
award-winning dining at the Zodiac
and contemporary Oakes Grill.Yield
to the blissful pleasures of the luxury spa, work out in the fitness centre or take on the PGA championship golf course.
For weddings, Hanbury Manor offers
a distinctive setting that will provide you and your guests with a
memorable occasion.
Look on www.marriott.co.uk

Golf at Hanbury Manor; afternoon tea at Sopwell
House or a spa day at Manor of Groves? What will
you choose to do?? Well why not make a weekend of
it and do it all!
The latest campaign offers money-saving vouchers
that can be downloaded from the HHA website at
www.herts-hotels.co.uk offering discounts of up to 25
per cent on room rates or three nights for the price
of two.
For more information on the HHA, see the website
at www.herts-hotels.co.uk

From 2 July to 18 September you
can enjoy delicious Tapas on the
Terrace at the Beales Hotel in
Hatfield. All created by Head Chef
Diego Granada and his team, perhaps washed down with a jug or
two of Sangria. No need to book,
just turn up from 12 noon to
10pm, each day.
From 17 September to 2 October,
Beales is hosting British Food
Fortnight, a celebration of all things
British on their menu. The best of
local suppliers will feature, with produce from small farms and producers in the area. The menu features
beef and pork from Bridget
Borlase’s farm in Watton at Stone
and local beers. Phone 01707
288500 to book or look on

Enjoy top musical acts
at Wembley Arena or
spend the day watching
world-class football at the
New Wembley Stadium.

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Ramada Hatfield
For every occasion, choose the Ramada Hatfield hotel. Situated opposite Hertfordshire University and just 12 miles
from Luton Airport, choose to stay in the listed building designed to reflect the iconic de Havilland Comet aeroplane.
Enjoy a little modern history as the elegant Art Deco architecture is echoed in period-style décor and furniture dotted
throughout the hotel.
Dine on bistro favourites in the Arts Brasserie before relaxing in comfy leather sofas with your favourite tipple. As spring
draws near why not sit outside on the heated terrace.
Pop across to the Galleria shopping centre, just opposite, or explore Hatfield House and its 42-acre gardens, 2.5 miles away.

BOOK YOUR WEDDING WITH US AND GET IN
SHAPE WITH 6 MONTHS FREE LEISURE CLUB
MEMBERSHIP.
Book and conďŹ rm your wedding at Cheshunt Marriott Hotel and we
will give 6 months complimentary membership to our Hotel Leisure
Club on the run up to your wedding.
Get in shape for your big day by swimming in our newly refurbished
indoor pool or working out in our gym.
To enquire about holding your wedding with us call 01992 451 245 and speak to
Sarah Groves.

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In 1803 the world’s first
commercial papermaking
machine was installed and
operated at Frogmore Mill,
Hemel Hempstead. The beginning
of paper's industrial revolution,
paving the way for the world
we know today - mass
communication, universal
education and worldwide
knowledge.
Over 200 years later and still
making paper, Frogmore Mill is
now operated by the Apsley
Paper Trail charity ensuring that
its unique history and industry
is preserved for the nation.
Frogmore Mill offers a unique
'hands-on' visitor experience
where you can make your own
piece of paper, print a page,
create paper arts, crafts and
objects as well as seeing
commercial paper being made
by hand and on a 100 year old
paper machine. Enjoy guided
tours, exhibitions about the
history of paper and
papermaking, a café and, of
course, the paper mill shop. Look
on: www.thepapertrail.org.uk
for more information.

Happy
in Hemel
emel Hempstead will always be associated
with the words ‘magic roundabout’ but
the town offers a wizard experience in
many ways.
Bargain hunters should find all they crave in the
town, with two dedicated shopping centres providing
the benefits of chain stores while more individual
goods are on offer in the Old Town.
The historic High Street is so picturesque that it has
been filmed on several occasions including for the
quirky detective series Pie in the Sky. It features
architecture stretching back centuries.Wallpaper in the
Old Bell pub dates from 1821 and has been conserved
by experts at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Individual shops sell art and antiques, clothing, giftware,
furniture, dolls’ houses and unusual items you wouldn’t
normally find in big stores. Admire the Medieval
buildings while you track down something special
that will set you apart from the crowd.

In Hemel Old Town you will find
the gem of the Museum of
Technology. The technological
revolution of 1850-1980 is shown
through an eclectic mix of
objects, including a ‘trench’
gramophone, a telephony collection, with the much loved ‘A & B’
public telephone. Opening times
are by appointment, telephone
01442 262541 or look on
www.museumoftechnology.co.uk
England’s only Pope, Nicholas
Breakspear, was born in

Culture vultures will be happy too as they can visit the
Old Town Hall Theatre which holds a wide range of
events for all ages from comedy to music, drama,
theatre and dance. There is also a gallery bar and a
changing exhibition. Recent highlights included Punt
and Dennis, Dr Phil Hammond and John Shuttleworth.
For more details look on www.oldtownhall.co.uk
If you prefer doing to watching, check out the new
Snow Centre at St Albans Hill. It boasts the UK’s
largest indoor lesson slope, Alpine conditions and a
160 metre main slope all on one site. For more details
look on www.thesnowcentre.com

Bedmond near Hemel Hempstead
in 1100. After a period at St
Albans Abbey he rose through
the ranks of the church and
became Adrian IV in 1154.
Leisure World at Jarman Park
includes a multiplex Empire
cinema, ten pin bowling, an ice
rink, the Aqua Splash water park
and night clubs. There are plenty
of activities to satisfy the whole
family for an outing.

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Close by you will find the lovely
market town of Tring where the
Natural History Museum is based.
It is home to the Walter
Rothschild collection of over 5000
specimens of animals and bugs in
a unique Victorian setting.
Perfect for young children who
will be fascinated by all the
creepy crawlies on display! Look
on www.nhm.ac.uk/tring for
information on special exhibitions
and events.
Walkers can enjoy themselves
too, strolling through the
Bulbourne Valley meadows and
beside the Grand Union Canal at
Boxmoor. There is a profusion of
wildlife including ponies, sheep
and rare breeds of cattle. The
meadows are lovingly maintained
to conserve the habitat as it has
been for centuries.
After you have finished your
retail therapy, head for the
Ashridge Estate near
Berkhamsted to fill your lungs
with fresh air. With over 5000
acres of open countryside and
woodland with stunning views,
you are very likely to see deer
and other wildlife. It has a lively
Visitor Centre and shop and often
has events for children during the
school holidays. Look on
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
for more information.

The Riverside Retail Park off New Seldon Hill offers
everything the seasoned shopper and the browser
could desire including car parking, refreshments and a
wide array of top stores. Visit Next, Monsoon, Laura
Ashley,TK Maxx, Debenhams H&M and the Bathstore
among many others. The retail park is open seven days
a week, until 8pm on Thursdays and from 11am until
5pm on Sundays. Look on www.riversidehemel.com
for more details.
The Riverside complex dates from 2005, unlike the
Marlowes shopping centre which has been a feature of
Hemel Hempstead for many years. It also offers a wide
variety of household names. There is free parking on
Sundays and regular special events. For more details
look on www.themarlowes.co.uk
Finish your visit to Hemel Hempstead in one of the
townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many cafes, bars or restaurants. Whatever you
are looking for, you will find it here.

The Forge Museum and Garden
at Much Hadham features one of
the last surviving working village
forges in England and is home
to rare Elizabethan wall paintings. Tel: 01279 843301 or look
on: www.hertsmuseums.org.uk
Mill Green Museum near Hatfield

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operates from a 16th Century
former mill house with a
restored 18th Century flour mill
next door, powered by the River
Lea, producing its own organic
flour. Tel: 01707 271362 or look
on: www.welhat.gov.uk
Potters Bar Museum is a
compact home to an eclectic
collection which includes
Norman cooking pots, Roman
coins, the remains of L31
Zeppelin airship and a magnificent collection of telephones.
Tel: 01707 645005 or look on
www.hertsmuseums.org.uk

SailAway
here is something very romantic about a
windmill. Once they were a feature of every
village but now they are a rarity.The very sight
of their distinctive struts and high sails still sends a
shiver of excitement down many a spine.
The windmill at Cromer is an imposing example,
cutting the skyline in the heart of the countryside,
between Walkern and Cottered. It has stood on an
artificial mound for more than 300 years and survived
all the elements could throw at it, including a gale that
blew it over in 1860. It was lovingly rebuilt and went
on working for the next 60 years.

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But the days were numbered for grinding corn as it
became unprofitable.The mill suffered a serious blow
when it lost a sail in 1929 and the rest were removed
for safety. Over the years its position became dire.
By 1967 it was in such a desperate state that a group
of enthusiasts banded together to save it from total
dereliction.

Hitchin Museum is housed in a
late Georgian House and
highlights include the costume
gallery showing 200 years of
women's fashion and the Herts
Yeomanry & Artillery gallery, with
uniforms and medals, dating back
to 1805. The gem of the
collection is a reconstruction of a
Victorian Chemist's Shop.
Tel: 01462 434476 or look on
www.north-herts.gov.uk
Kingsbury Watermill above the
River Ver in St Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Street,
St Albans, dates from the

They faced a long haul but once the first phase of work
was complete they passed the mill over to the
Hertfordshire Building Preservation Trust who hold
regular open days. Before the century was out the mill
was back in full working order following grants from
the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Hertfordshire
Building Preservation Trust.
It can now take its place in the county's hierarchy as
Hertfordshire's only remaining windmill and is open
regularly from mid May to mid September. For more
details contact The Hertfordshire Building
Preservation Trust on 01992 504302.

16th Century and has been
restored to full working order
including a milling machine.
Tel: 01727 853502
Visit Redbournbury Mill in
Redbourn Road, St Albans to see
a fully-restored 18th Century
working watermill on the River
Ver. It produces its own flour
and holds demonstrations.
Look on: www.redbournmill.co.uk
or tel: 01582 792874

Oscars is an award-winning restaurant priding ourselves on our
“family friendly” atmosphere. Our extensive menu includes a variety
of fresh seafood, meat and poultry dishes. Without mentioning our
pizza and pasta selection or weekly specials. All of Oscar’s dishes
are freshly made while you wait; nothing is pre-cooked
Kids eat free 3:30 - 5:30pm daily
Lunch menu 12 - 3pm daily. 2 courses for £10, 3 courses for £15
Oscars Pizza Co. VIP Member Programme
Each pound spent will earn you 1 loyalty point, we’ll also offer more
points on some promotional purchases. Collect points to receive
a Reward Certificate, which you can use as cash the next time you
stop by. It’s our way of thanking you for your loyalty.
21 High Street, Kings Langley, Herts WD4 8AB. Tel: 01923 263800

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over 400
fts
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Join us for chocolate decorating and
more in the school holidays.
Great Missenden Buckinghamshire HP16 0AL

01494 892192 | www.roalddahlmuseum.org

Enjoy! Hertfordshire museums

Hertfordshire boasts dozens of museums, large and
small, which unlock the rich and fascinating
heritage of the county from prehistoric times
to the present day.
Unlock the past - Visit a Museum
To discover what your
museum has to offer
visit the Herts Museums website
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One Year and Counting
As a host county for the 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games,
events are in place to celebrate that in July it is one year to go
before the Games come to London. The White Water Canoe
Slalom for the 2012 Games is taking place at the Lee Valley
White Water Centre in Broxbourne. On Saturday 23 July
there will be 5 hours of live performance on stage in Waltham
Cross, near the Eleanor Cross to celebrate that it is one year
before the Games come to town. Show casing local talent,
events start at 11am and it is free to attend, so head on down
to Rock at the Cross!
On Sunday 24 July, Ofest is once again being hosted by
Paradise Wildlife Park in Broxbourne, come and have a go at
'beating the pro' and enjoy more entertainment throughout
the afternoon, including the Animal Olympic Show.
Look on www.pwpark.com for more information

Step back to the past at Celtic
Harmony Camp near
Brickendon. As a family you can
enjoy the activities in the Celtic
camp and relax in the woodland. On 29 August you can
take part in the Primitive Skills
Festival. Spend the day with
the archers, woodmen, storytellers, warriors and
performers.
See amazing fire breathing
performances, make your own
Iron Age Pot or even make your
own arrow. Refreshments available including a hog roast with
free real ale. Admission is just
ÂŁ7 per head if booked in
advance on line, look on
www.celticharmony.org.uk
Inspired by the 2012 Olympic &
Paralympic Games, The Muscle
Warrior 10K Run is taking place
at Haileybury, Hertford Heath
on Sunday 24 July to raise funds
for The Muscle Help Foundation.
The event includes a 1K wheelchair circuit and a 1k fancy
dress toddle through Haileyburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spectacular quad... everyone can take part. Register
now at www. musclehelp.com

For those extra
special days
Ware Priory has established itself as one of
the leading wedding & banqueting venues in
Hertfordshire. The historic building and
beautiful riverside setting makes it a unique
and special place to celebrate those
important days of your life.
At Ware Priory, we provide an experienced professional service, flexible to your needs, to help make your celebration
or wedding day extra special. To ensure a magical time, we offer:
* Historic or contemporary surroundings * A choice of licensed rooms for civil ceremonies * Realistic, competitive pricing
* Riverside setting * Beautiful and unique surroundings * A range of stylish rooms from 20 to 200 capacity.

ALL YEAR ROUND
Herts Jazz Club
Every Sunday at Campus West
Welwyn Garden City
From 7.45pm
www.hertsjazz.co.uk
Until 30 September
Moore at Hatfield
Sculpture in Hatfield House
Park
www.hatfield-house.co.uk
Until 30 October
Henry Moore: Plasters
The Henry Moore Foundation
Perry Green
www.henry-moore.org
28 - 29 May
Herts County Show
County Showground
Redbourn
www.hertsshow.com

www.enjoyhertfordshire.com

31 May - 4 June
The Lady in the Van
Watford Palace Theatre
01923 225671
www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

SEPTEMBER
4 September
Jousting
Knebworth House
01438 812661
www.knebworthhouse.com
4 September
Beating the Retreat
Hertford Castle Grounds
01992 584322
www.hertford.gov.uk
8-11 September
Heritage Open Weekend
Various venues across Herts
www.heritageopendays.org.uk
10 September - 2 October
Herts Open Studios
Various venues across Herts
www.hvaf.org.uk
26 September
Open Gardens at Little
Berkhamsted
www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens

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Chenies Manor

Chenies Manor House & Enchanting Gardens
Open Every Wednesday & Thursday April to October inclusive
& Bank Holiday Mondays 2-5pm
The C15 Manor House is steeped in history. It was a favourite
of Queen Elizabeth I and rumour has it that it is haunted by
the Ghost of Henry VIII.
Enjoy the profusion of flowers in the various gardens, the
Yew Maze and Physic Garden.
Winner of the Historic Houses Association & Christie’s Garden
of the Year 2009 Award
Delicious Home made Teas – Shop – Plants for sale –
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Capel Manor Gardens?
One of the UK’s hidden treasures! Open 7 days a week*.

Over 60 show gardens and landscapes to explore with prize winning themed, model
and historical gardens including the latest additions the Old Manor House Garden
and the Family Friendly Garden (a 2010 Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal Winner!).
Take advantage of our gift shop with own plant sales, restaurant or picnic by the
lake and free parking. Shows and events take place throughout the year.
ADMISSION FEES: Adults £5.50 | Concessions £4.50
Children £2.50 (5s and under free) | Family Ticket £13.50 (2 adults and up to 3 children)
*March – October. Open weekdays only November – February.

But admirers can also see Moore’s works in
the grounds and woodlands of Hatfield
House this summer, from April 23 until
September 30.
The special show will feature the largest
collection of his sculptures ever shown in the
grounds of an historic house. Moore himself
loved to display his innovative work outside,
where it seemed to change according to the
seasons and setting.
The exhibition will help Hatfield House
celebrate its 400th anniversary this year.
For more details look on
www.hatfield-house.co.uk

Chilli Hot!
The annual Chilli Festival takes place at
Benington Lordship on 28 and 29 August.
It is a family event and offers a chance to
buy chilli plants, chilli cooking products, gifts
with a chilli theme and sample foods from
around the world. Stalls are set up in the
sheltered courtyard and overlooking the lake,
where many different dishes are available to
whet your appetite. You can buy Mexican
beer and even chilli ice cream to help you
cool down.
The romantic garden will be open as
normal, so after sampling the chilli delights
you can relax in the grounds around the
Norman Castle ruins.
For more details look on
www.beningtonlordship.co.uk

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Henry Moore is one of the world’s most
famous and esteemed sculptors. Fans who
admire his monumental work will have a field
day in Hertfordshire - literally if they visit his
home at Perry Green or the grounds of
Hatfield House this summer.
At Perry Green many of his works are
displayed in the sculpture grounds and
visitors can also see Moore's house, studio
and galleries.There is a new exhibition in the
Sheep Field Barn Galleries. Fresh from the
Musee Rodin in Paris, Henry Moore: Plasters
runs at Perry Green until 30 October.
This selection of plaster originals for some of
Moore’s most iconic works spans three
decades. Many sculptures are being displayed
in Britain for the first time.
For opening times and directions look on
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Gardenonaroll offers the non-gardener the opportunity to plant their
very own pre-design border using the new, patented, life sized paper
plan system with circles and numbers on the paper which corresponds
with the number on the plants!
Before...

Simply go to our web site and follow
these 5 simple steps to produce your
own perfect border.
• Choose the style of plants you like
• Select required length and width
• Place your order and receive delivery
• Carry out simple ground preparation
• Plant by following ground sheet plan

‘Make our home your destination’
Henry and Martha Lytton Cobbold
19th Generation of the Lytton family

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Sculpture at the Grove
The Grove at Chandler’s Cross is hosting
Sculpture at the Grove. It has one of the
most beautiful 'galleries' in Britain. The estate
is made up of 300 acres of trees, lawns and
canals that change with the seasons. In the
18th century, when it was home to the Earls
of Clarendon, George Stubbs would cycle
from his house in Edgware to paint there.
The estate's horses and gardens often appear
in his work.This collection of 79 sculptures
brings a modern twist to the artistic
traditions of the Grove, which will surprise
and enchant visitors of every age, from collectors to novices. The exhibition is open for all
to see and runs until 31 August. Once you
have toured the exhibition you might like to
treat yourself to afternoon tea or a Pimms on
the terrace. Look on www.thegrove.co.uk
for more information

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Rhythms of the World, the festival of world,
music, dance and art will take place in Hitchin
Priory on 9 & 10 July. The festival will host
7 stages featuring rock, pop, folk, reggae, jazz
and classical music from the local area and
around the world.This is Rhythms’ 20th
anniversary so come along and celebrate.
You can take part in the arts project and the
family area which this year has a seaside
theme. Come along and get involved, have
your face painted, join in the music workshops and the giant games. There will be
stalls offering food from every corner of the
globe or you can bring a picnic and make the
most of the beautiful grounds.
Advance tickets are just: £3 for 6 - 17 yrs,
£7 Adults, 5yrs and under are free. For more
information look on www.rotw.org

Visit the home, grounds and studios
of the great British artist Henry Moore
at Perry Green, near Much Hadham
Hertfordshire SG10 6EE

Charity No 313663

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First brand new 2012 venue to open for
adrenalin pumping white water rafting
– a year ahead of the Games!
Win FOUR
white water
rafting
tickets for
Lee Valley
White Water
Centre
The Lee Valley White Water Centre opened its doors to the public in April this year. This world class
centre is the only brand new London 2012 venue you can use before the Games and thrill seekers will
have a once in a lifetime opportunity to raft the rapids before the world’s best athletes arrive.
“It’s a great opportunity to be training and competing on home soil here at the Lee Valley White
Water Centre. The course is fantastic and one of the best in the world” said David Florence, Beijing
Silver Medallist.
Lee Valley White Water Centre has been built for the canoe slalom at the 2012 Games, but uniquely
it has a pre-Olympic legacy, as the only brand new Olympic venue that you can enjoy before 2012.
The Centre is bringing the Rockies to the UK and giving rafters an unforgettable day out rafting wild
rapids, get your tickets now as bookings and enquiries have already been taken from across the
country and Europe. To get your tickets go to: www.gowhitewater.co.uk

For your chance to win 4 white water rafting tickets for the only London 2012 venue to
open to the public ahead of the Games, just answer the sporting question below:
Which canoe slalom Team GB member won silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics?
Enjoy! Hertfordshire
Send your completed entry to:
Lee Valley White Water Competition
Myddelton House
Bulls Cross
Enfield
EN2 9HG
No later than 12 August 2011.
Just answer the following question:
Which canoe slalom Team GB member
won silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics?

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Family fun in

River Lee Country Park
There’s so much to see and do…
Get active – burn off that excess
energy and discover miles of
picturesque walking and cycling
routes, or take to the water and
navigate the river by rowing boat or
pedalo. If adrenalin sports are your
thing, you can enjoy white water
rafting at the brand new Lee Valley
White Water Centre from April 2011.
Family fun – meet the animals at Lee
Valley Park Farms, discover the dairy
farm, let off steam in the play areas
and be sure to look out for our new
loveable Meerkats and baby lambs!
Relax – take time out and explore the
heritage and beauty of Waltham Abbey
Gardens, unwind with a picnic amongst
peaceful and picturesque surroundings
or simply watch the abundance of
wildlife go by.
Car parks available in Waltham Abbey and
Broxbourne, visit website for more details.

Butterfly World Project is aiming
to be the biggest butterfly experience in the world. The focus for
this season is to teach visitors
about the lifecycle of the butterfly and its extraordinary fragility
and how to grow butterfly
attracting plants to encourage
the return of native butterflies
into our gardens. This year the
butterfly house is home to over
600 tropical butterflies, including
the Blue Morpho, the Monarch
and Swallowtail. You can climb
up the Flower Pot Tower and look
at the wild flower meadows and
the specialist designed gardens.
It has a great tea room and is
suitable for visitors of all ages.
Look on www.butterflyworldproject.com for more information.
Laughs in the Parks is taking
place in Verulamium Park, St
Albans for the 2nd year running
from 22 to 24 July and features
the comic wit of Ross Nobel,
Eddie Izzard and Tommy Tiernan.
They are all performing each
night on the main stage in the
glorious and historic surroundings
of this fabulous park. Festival
style stalls offering a selection of
food and drinks and a spectacular firework display at the end of
each evening- what more could
you wish for? For more information on availability of tickets:
01727 844488 or look on
www.alban-arena.co.uk/
laughs-in-the-park

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off
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here is a romance to being a cowboy that is
hard to beat. When you couple that with a
deep love of horses, then you have a hobby
with real style.
Western Ways, based a few miles from Hertford,
focuses on the welfare of the horses it uses first and
foremost.
It trains people who want to learn the centuries-old
skill of Western riding, teaching them a philosophy
that means they really empathise with the animals
they ride.

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The principles of Western Riding can be traced back to
nearly 400 years BC where Xenophon, the ancient
Greek soldier and historian who is widely accepted as
being the founder of modern horsemanship, wrote that
balance, weight control and transfer, gentleness and
patience are the keys to a well trained and supple
horse. His philosophies remain in place today.

When the Spanish Conquistadors arrived in the
Americas in the early 1500's they brought with them
cattle-working and warfare practices that form the
basis of Western Riding today.
John Wayne made it look easy to lasso a steer as you
ride at full pelt, but it takes dedication to train a horse
to respond to a light pressure on the reins and a shift
in your weight.When you master the skill, it is
immensely satisfying. Western Ways offer tailor made
courses to suit all levels, so if you fancy learning to be a
cowboy or want to brush up on your skills before that
ranching holiday in America call 07939 890938 or look
on www.westernways.co.uk for more information.

Hull Truck Theatre is presenting
Alan Bennett's The Lady in the
Van, appearing at Watford Palace
Theatre from 31 May - 4 June.
Starring Nichola McAuliffe, above,
(Surgical Spirit) The Lady in the
Van is the autobiographical story
of Mary Shepherd who lived in a
battered old Bedford van in Alan
Bennett's garden from 1974 until
her death in 1989. The Lady in
the Van is a beautifully observed,
sharply witty play in true
Alan Bennett style.
The eight strong cast includes;
Nichola McAuliffe, Paul Kemp,
James Holmes and Tina Gambe.
For tickets call the box office on
01923 225671 or look on
www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk
The White Swan Inn in Hoddesdon
High Street is a Grade II listed
building. It is mainly a 16th
Century timber frame building
with a slate front roof and an old
tiled roof on the rear. It was
owned by the Hoddesdon brewers
Christie & Cathrow in the early
19th Century. It is still a popular
watering hole today, serving real
ales and is a vibrant live music
venue for up and coming bands
on Friday & Saturday nights.
Visit www.lemonrock.com/
whiteswanhoddesdon for the
full gig guide.

Come and see a truly unique event
as giant carnival puppets retrace
the last steps of St Alban and celebrate his remarkable story.
Roman chariots, centurions, lions,
roses and executioners all take
their place in this spectacular procession of pageantry, as St Alban is
led to his execution outside the
Cathedral. The Alban Pilgrimage
takes place on 18 June at 10.30am
and starts in Roman Verulamium
and finishes outside the Cathedral.
www.stabanscathedral.org.uk
The Roman Quest takes place after
the Pilgrimage procession on 18
June and is an exciting array of
hands on fun and games for all
the family. Step back hundreds of
years to the time of Alban and the
centurions. See if you can build a
Roman arch, find Roman treasure
and make the Alban rose. You can
dress up as a Roman and even try
your hand at chariot racing! It all
takes place in Abbey Orchard just
outside St Albans Cathedral.
www.stalbanscathedral.org.uk
St Albans Organ Theatre is a fine
collection of various organs, musical boxes and pianos. The collection includes a WurliTzer, a 95 key
Bursens Café Organ and various
musical boxes. Run by volunteers
and enthusiasts it is open to the
public every Sunday, 2.15pm to
4.30pm, you will experience live
musical performances of the various instruments on show. Doors
open at 2pm and admission is £5
for adults and £2.50 for children.
Look on www.stalbansorgantheatre.org.uk for more information.

Pilgrim’s
rest

he Cathedral at St Albans lies on the edge of
the town centre, looking across stunning parkland. Here a visitor can make a choice - should
they go down towards Roman Verulamium with its
fascinating ruins, museum and lake or should they
move back to the city and its myriad of attractions?
First they should look in the cathedral itself, built to
mark the site of the execution of the first English
Christian martyr, St Alban. He died because he defied
the Roman rulers by following the teachings of Jesus.
Legend has it that as the executioner brought down
his axe on Alban’s neck his eyes fell from his head.
You will be pleased to hear that no such fate awaits
the modern visitor. His remarkable story is celebrated
on 18 June in the Alban Pilgrimage.

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The Cathedral is stunning wherever you look, among
its many highlights is the shrine to St Alban himself, an
imposing gothic tomb with a scarlet canopy. Before
you leave you can call in at the delightful café in the
Chapter House where you can not only sample
delicious food but also look at the art displays.
Look on www.stalbanscathedral.org.uk for
more information.

St Albans is home to CAMRA, the
Campaign for Real Ale and has
many real ale pubs and inns that
will welcome you through their
doors with a warm smile. Ye Olde
Fighting Cocks dates back to the
8th Century. With its long history the Fighting Cocks could tell a
few stories. There are tunnels
stretching from the beer cellar to
the Cathedral, which apparently
were used by the Monks.
www.yeoldefightingcocks.co.uk

If you carry on down the hill, past the historic Fighting
Cocks pub (rumoured to be the oldest hostelry in the
country) you will reach the lake and Verulamium
Museum, where you can pass a good few hours
travelling back in time to the early days of Christ.
The Romans loved St Albans and made it their third
largest city in England. It was destroyed during
Boudicca’s revolt but this only spurred the citizens to
a greater renewal.
You can still see clear signs of the Romans’ skill
including the famous mosaic that once graced a suite
of rooms in a large town house. At Verulamium’s
award-winning museum there is a real sense of life all
those long centuries ago.

Whilst in St Albans pick up the
Samuel Ryder Trail leaflet from
the Tourist Information Centre in
the Old Town Hall which is located
in St Peter’s Street. It gives you a
short ‘9 hole’ introduction to this
famous St Albans citizen who has
achieved world-wide fame by giving his name to that most prestigious golfing event and trophy-the
Ryder Cup. www.stalbans.gov.uk
The Hertfordshire Show takes
place on 28-29 May at the
Showground in Redbourn.
You can see the various horse &
livestock shows, the Devil's
Horsemen, the Sheep Shearing
Show and much more. There is
something for the whole family.
The Enjoy! Hertfordshire marquee
offers you lots of free activities,
meet the Romans, enjoy our animal olympics and our art activities. Look on www.hertsshow.com

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St Albans Signal Box is another
jewel in St Albans crown. It is a
rare grade 2 listed signal box
built in 1892. Used for many
years as a nesting box by the
local pigeons it has been completely renovated by a group of
volunteers. It is constructed
entirely of wood and has a rare
1906 Midland Railway 'tumbler'
interlocking lever frame. It has
regular open days and is reliant
on donations to maintain the
building. Look on
www.tlr.ltd.uk/sigbox/home.eb for
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‘Larks in the Parks’ is returning
to the green spaces in St Albans
on Sunday 26 June. Larks are
taking place in Fleetville, Sopwell,
London Colney, Colney Heath,
Highfield and Victoria Playing
Fields. Join in for an afternoon of
fun in the sun with a seaside
theme. Music, art workshops,
games and much, much more will
be on offer. Bring a picnic and
come along and join in. Look on
www.stalbansfestival.co.uk for
more information.
Flamstead Scarecrow Festival
takes place from midday Friday
19 to 5pm on 21 August.
Walk the scarecrow trail through
the village and see over 90
scarecrows in all sorts of
situations, in the garden on the
roof, hiding in sheds or just peeking at you out of the window.
For a small donation you can
vote for your favourite. There
will be teas and cakes in the
Village Hall, crafts and bric-a-brac
for sale and a barbecue. Look on
www.flamstead-herts.co.uk

Everywhere you go in St Albans you are bombarded
with history. Boudicca swept through leaving ruins in
her wake.The Wars of the Roses began here. The very
tower of the cathedral is built with Roman bricks.
The clock tower marks the rebellion of the townspeople against the power of the church, asserting their
independence. No wonder that St Albans runs an
extensive programme of guided walks covering every
aspect of the town’s amazing past including the Samuel
Ryder Trail
Many visitors to this lovely town, with its timberframed buildings and quirky streets, will love the shops.
Here St Albans scores highly again, with a large number
of high street chains and scores of one-off boutiques
and outlets selling everything from antiques to modern
jewellery, formal suits and the latest fashions.
Twice a week the town throngs with bargain hunters
visiting the market held in St Peter Street at the heart
of the town.There is also a monthly farmers’ market.
If you have never been to St Albans, book yourself a
treat.There will be few people who can call into this
enchanting city and fail to be pleased or surprised.
St Albans is well worth an overnight stay, look on
www.herts-hotels.co.uk to find that special place to
relax and enjoy. For more information pop into the
Tourist Office in the Town Hall or look on
www.stalbans.gov.uk

89% A and B grades at A level
82% A* and A grades at GCSE
Finest games facilities in the county
Extensive extra-curricular activities
Bursaries (up to 100%) and Scholarships available
Choral Scholarships by audition at 11+
Open Mornings throughout the year –
please contact the Admissions Officer for details

Jolly Brown Fine Vintage Clothing
Boutique is nestled between
pubs and music shops in
Bucklersbury in Hitchin, just off
the main market square. All the
items in the shop are handpicked and cared for by Hannah
to ensure you stand out from
the crowd. Telephone 01462
434292 or look on line at
www.jollybrown.co.uk
V for Vintage is located at 115
St Peters Street, St Albans and
stocks a wide range of vintage
dresses, skirts, trousers and
shirts that span the fashion
decades. You can also buy
online at www.vforvintageclothing.com or call them on 01727
837779
The Vintage Shed can be found
at Kneesworth, Royston. It offers
lots of gorgeous vintage home
stuff and clothes for the vintage
loving lady and gent. A veritable, array of vintage clothes,
accessories, memorabilia and
kitchenalia are up for grabs. All
very lovely and at very affordable prices. For more information call 07958 426913

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vintage

ertfordshire Vintage Fairs provide the men
and women of Hertfordshire and beyond with
the very best of vintage goodies from a few
pounds to a few hundred pounds right on their
doorstep.
Come along and find that individual item for that
special occasion. If you have never thought of buying
and trying vintage you must!
Clothing, shoes, jewellery, hats, handbags, lingerie and
even home ware are all on offer. Just come along and
browse or come along and be tempted to buy something beautiful. Take time out to have a bite to eat in

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the on site café whilst admiring your purchases.
The next fair is on Sunday 26 June at Watford Leisure
Centre Central, 10am to 4pm, admission is £2.50.
Look on www.hertfordshire-vintage-fairs.com
for more information and future fair dates.

Hertford Corn Exchange is home to the Hertford
Vintage Fayre. A mixture of vintage and retro
accessories and other items is up for grabs, ranging
from fabulous 1930s silk lingerie, fifties kitsch, to 70s
sports wear and collectable comics. The next fayres
are on 11 June & 16 July. Telephone: 07912 978 597
for more information.
Fleetville Vintage Emporium in Hatfield Road, St
Albans is another Aladdin’s Cave of gorgeous vintage
and retro finds from the smallest brooch for your lapel
or hat to large pieces of furniture which would mix
and match perfectly in the modern home.
Open seven days a week, you could easily spend a
couple of hours here rummaging through the eclectic
stalls. It has a great tea room that offers yummy
homemade cakes and snacks. Tel 01727 760095.
Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm, Sundays
10am to 4pm.

Another Vintage Shed is open
every Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm
at Church Farm Ardeley. It is full
to the brim with affordable
vintage clothes for ladies and
gentlemen; retro furniture and
goodies for the home.
You will also find arts and crafts
from new and local talent.
You can explore the farm, take
afternoon tea in the Farm Café
or take some freshly picked
vegetables home from the
Farm Shop. Look on
www.churchfarmardeley.co.uk
for all it has to offer.
There are regular Antique and
Collectors Fairs at the Wyllotts
Centre in Potters Bar. 70 quality
stalls selling a selection of wares
from clothes to ceramics.
The next fairs are on
11 September; 9 October and
4 December, open from 10am to
4pm. Admission is £1.50.
For more information
call: 01438 813060.

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The

Fleetville Vintage Emporium
of St Albans

The Emporium, with
it’s amazing array
of all things vintage
- from clothes to
shabby chic furniture,
from antiques and
collectables to books
and records, from curtains to bed spreads,
from Kitchenalia to French pots, has
everything the discerning vintage buyer
could want. Since it’s opening in August
2009 the Emporium has gone from strength
to strength and now houses over 80 dealers
with another warehouse filling quickly. You
won’t believe your senses.
Open 7 days a week:
Mon - Sat 9am - 5:30pm Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Paradise Wildlife Park has the
UK's best collection of big cats
and is Britain's friendliest wildlife
park. Fancy getting up close
and personal? Fancy shadowing
a keeper for the day? Paradise
offers fantastic experiences with
the animals. Breakfast with the
big cats or perhaps you would
like to meet the meerkats?
These are just a sample of
what is on offer.
Look on www.pwpark.com
for more information or call
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Rye Meads Nature Reserve is very
close to the karting centre and
is a fantastic day out for the
whole family. Explore the reserve
and see how many different
types of birds you can spot.
Borrow the children's explorer
backpacks or play bird bingo,
you might even spot a kingfisher
or two! Look onwww.rspb.org.uk/
ryemeads for information on special events over the summer.
The Riverside Festival in
Stanstead Abbots is taking place
on 18 June near to the Jolly Fish
pub. There is a lot to see and do
for the whole family, including
duck and raft races and live performances of dance and music.
Bring a picnic and enjoy this
great day out. www.stansteadabbotts-online.co.uk for more
information

Go karting
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ue to the recent achievements of Lewis and
Jensen, Rye-House Kart Raceway is now a
famous venue that has become the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
foremost Karting centre and offers the perfect introduction into the world of Motor Sport. It is a great
opportunity to enjoy the thrills and exhilaration of
Go-Karting, the ultimate outdoors driving experience.
Adults or children can enjoy the ideal setting and
outstanding facilities that include a Main Track or Junior
Circuit. Both offer the competitive edge to secure you
a winning place!
Once booked and signed in it is full speed ahead and
no stopping. Drivers are fully kitted out with race suits,
helmets and gloves and then briefed on all aspects of
safety and the race ahead.After that, it's into the kart
and onto the track.
For the more experienced drivers we offer the
flexibility to upgrade to our more challenging races.
If you know your kart racing and are speedy round the
track, you could end up on one of our Open Grand
Prixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or Open Endurance races and be winner with a
place on the podium and celebrate with a bottle of
bubbly and a trophy!
For more information or to book your place on
the starting grid look on www.rye-house.co.uk
or telephone 01992 460895 Ext 2

‘The largest collection of Henry Moore’s
monumental works ever exhibited in the
grounds of an historic house.’
For more information
and to book tickets:

Rhythms of the World, North
Herts major music festival, will
be taking place at the Priory,
Hitchin, on July 9 and 10. It
includes a vast range of music
and performance arts and is
celebrating its 20th anniversary
this year. For more details on
acts and admission prices look
on www.rotw.org.uk
Sonisphere at Knebworth House
sees the amazing line-up of
Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and
Anthrax on July 8 to 10.
The Knebworth concert is part
on an international tour.
www.sonispherefestivals.com
Letchworth Arts Centre has a
large exhibition space and two
smaller display areas as well as a
cafĂŠ, theatre and regular events
and courses. There is a monthly
comedy night, music and classes
for all ages including under
twos. www.letchwortharts.org
There are few cinemas as
enchanting as the Rex in
Berkhamsted which has been
restored in true Art Deco style.
You can sit in comfy chairs with
drinks and nibbles while watching the film. For a full programme look on
www.therexberkhamsted.com

University
of Arts
he University of Hertfordshire may focus on
higher education for thousands of students, but
it also opens its doors to the general public.
The Art and Galleries programme includes a
cornucopia of delights that includes film, music, drama,
dance, comedy and visual art displays.
The Arts and Design Gallery in Hatfield both show
exciting international contemporary art from
established and new artists.

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The University reaches a wide range of people with
14 shows a year and touring exhibitions, often
introducing young artists starting out on their careers.
They run an exciting Mayfest programme of events.
For more details look on www.herts.ac.uk/aboutus/arts-and-galleries

Folk by the Oak will be providing
fun for all the family at Hatfield
House on Sunday July 24 with an
exciting line-up of artists
including Seth Lakeman and
Kathryn Roberts, Show of Hands
and Adrian Edmondson and
Bad Shepherds. Look on
www.folkbytheoak.com for
more information on the
artistes and ticket details

There is entertainment of a different kind available at
the University's Forum where stars as famous as
Blondie, Florence and the Machine & Shikari have
performed recently.
The 2,000-capacity Hatfield venue has three
entertainment spaces, a restaurant, café, four bars
and parking for 400 cars.
The Auditorium has a state-of-the-art lighting and
sound system, a stage large enough for major acts and
a knockout balcony view.
In contrast the bijou Attic on the second floor
provides a mini-club atmosphere for smaller acts. For
full details look on www.forumhertfordshire.co.uk
Nearby at Campus West in Welwyn Garden City you
can see a regular programme of live theatre, comedy
and music. It is home to Herts Jazz on Sundays at
7.45pm and for the very first time is hosting Herts Jazz
Fest from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 August.
Tickets are on sale now, for information on acts and
performers look on www.hertsjazz.co.uk/festival
or www.welhat.gov.uk/cw for the programme at
Campus West.

This year’s Battle Proms at
Hatfield House will feature
cavalry and infantry displays in
Napoleonic style, an evening gun
salute, music from the New
England Concert Orchestra and a
Spitfire flypast. Arrive early for a
picnic and enjoy the warm-up
attractions on July 23.
www.battleproms.com
St Albans Festival which runs
from 18 June to 3 July has something to offer everyone. Folk at
the Festival will take place this
year at St Albans from June 24 to
26 with a Day of Dance around
the Old Town Hall on June 25.
Go along to the St Michael’s area
of St Albans on the evening of
Wednesday, July 6, for a free
event with live folk music and
entertainment including dancing.
The street will be shut to traffic
from 8pm and the fun continues
until late. For more information
on Festival activities look on
www.stalbans.gov.uk/tourism .

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www.enjoyhertfordshire.com

These are
our regular
markets in
the county.
Watch out
for other
seasonal
markets
and events
throughout
the year,
like French
markets

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The Broadhall Suite is a versatile venue that can be
used for private or corporate events for up to 250
guests including:
Engagements • Wedding Receptions • Christmas
Parties • Special Birthday’s • Funeral Receptions •
Anniversaries • Business Functions & Meetings

We can organise everything for your event including caterers,
flowers, balloons and much more...
Food, Big Screen, Live Bands, DJ and late licence are all available.
For more information call Jennie 01438 223223
or email jenniec@stevenagefc.com.
The Broadhall Suite Bar, The Lamex Stadium, Stevenage FC
Broadhall Way, Stevenage, Herts SG2 8RH.
How to get there: Stevenage Football Club is located just off the A1 (M) at
junction 7, 30 miles from London, two minutes from centre of Stevenage.
The club is easily accessible from all parts of the country and there is ample
FREE car parking.

Set in delightful grounds alongside the River Lea; Hertford Castle is an
exclusive, historic venue Civil Weddings or corporate meetings.
The Downshire Suite in the South Wing comprises three syndicated rooms,
to offer complete flexibility to suit your needs, and can accommodate up
to 50 seated delegates/guests or up to 100 for informal gatherings.

A programme of family events organised from April
through to December include Band Concerts,
Open Days, Wedding Exhibitions, Fun Day,
Scottish Country Dancing, Charity Rock Festival.
Private tours of Hertford Castle by request please contact
Hertford Town & Tourist Information Centre on 01992 584322

ain line stations serve Hertfordshire
from London including Kings Cross,
St Pancras and Liverpool Street.
The M1 and the A1(M) run through the
county and Stansted Airport is situated to
the east with Luton Airport on the northern
border. Buses and trains link the towns and
there is an extensive network of roads with
many idyllic country lanes. Hertfordshire really
is something special.

7 days a week.
Tel: 08457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk

Stop and stay a while, experience,
discover, explore and relax.

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Enjoy Hertfordshire Spring 2011

Welcome to the latest edition of Enjoy! Hertfordshire magazine. I hope it will help you plan your stay and give you ideas for days out. Hertfordshire is a county to visit all year round. There is a busy few months ahead with some exciting events and festivals happening across the county.